Boipeba, situated in the south of Bahia, was considered by Trip Advisor the best island in Brazil.
It is known for its gorgeous beaches with warm water and endless coconut trees.
It’s perfect for someone who is looking for a place to relax and unwind in the middle of luscious natural surroundings.
Boipeba has a charming village with colorful houses and cobblestone streets with very simple infrastructure. It has also some of the best beaches in Bahia.
I visited the island in February of 2016 and decided to create this post with some restaurants and hotels in Boipeba to please every pocket.
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Best Hotels in Boipeba
This is a list of six hotels in Boipeba, from budget to luxury accommodation, including some famous guesthouses (pousadas) on the island.
1 – Pedra Coral
Situated very close to the main square, this budget hotel is ideal for someone who wants to stay in the centre of the island to enjoy its facilities (restaurants, supermarkets…) and save money.
All the rooms have AC, minibar and hot water.
Prices range:
∗ Double room: R$ 180 (US$ 35) during the low season; and R$ 220 (U$$ 42) during the high season (from March to November).
∗ Triple rooms: R$ 280 (US$ 54) in the low season; R$ 320 (US$ 62) in the high season.
Breakfast included. Check availability here.
2 – Caminho de Pedras
Located also close to the main square and two minutes from the beach, Caminho das Pedras has a really good cost/benefit and nice rooms with AC, TV, minibar, hot water and blow dryer.
It also has a great breakfast with typical Bahian food included in the room rate, that is served in a very nice area.
Prices range:
∗ Double room: R$ 150 (US$ 37.50) low season, and R$ 200 (US$45) high season.
∗ Triple room: R$ 180 (US$ 35) low season and R$ 250 (US$ 55) high season.
There are also bigger rooms available.
3 – Villa da Barca
Located on Boca da Barra Beach, this beachfront Villa da Barca is ideal for those who are looking for a place to stay close to the centre, but at the same time in a quiet area.
It has a very nice front yard with beach chairs, umbrellas and hammocks.
My only concern about this hotel is mosquitoes. There is a big wet green area surrounding it.
Prices range:
∗ Double room: with fan R$ 260 (US$ 50); and with AC R$ 290 (US$ 55).
∗ Bungalow: R$ 340 (US$ 65)
4 – Vila da Barra
Located in the shopping mall at Boca da Barra Beach, Vila da Barra offers fine accommodations at reasonable prices.
The apartments are very cosy and come with a living room with a couch, table, LED TV, fan and AC; a completed kitchen, and a bedroom with a wardrobe, AC and bathroom.
The backyard of this property is just gorgeous!!
This hotel has very good reviews on Booking and the score is 9.1. Prices start from R$290 (US$ 55).
5 – O Céu de Boipeba
Located on the top of a hill, O Céu de Boipeba is one of the most famous and best hotels in Boipeba and provides a striking panoramic view of the island. You can see the whole island, the ocean, rivers and the exuberant vegetation.
The apartments have fine amenities made with wood and glass, a terrace, and some of them even have a bathtub.
Price range from: R$ 450 (US$ 86) for a Superior Double room and R$ 600 (US$ 115) for a Deluxe Double room with a bath tube.
Breakfast included.
6 – Pousada Mangabeiras
One of the finest hotels in Boipeba, also located on the top of a hill and providing stunning vistas.
This is one of the few pousadas with a pool on the island.
Pousada Mangabeiras is in the middle of the jungle and it is perfect for someone who is looking for tranquillity and luxury accommodation.
Bungalows come with a minibar, safer, LCD TV, DVD, AC, SKY HD, terrace with hammock and king-size bed. And the master bungalow comes with a bathtub.
Prices start at: R$ 700 (US$ 135).
Read next: Best Things to Do in Morro de São Paulo, Brazil
Best Restaurants in Boipeba
Boipeba has an exquisite cuisine rich in seafood, palm oil and coconut milk. The main dish, and the must-try, is moqueca de peixe (fish stew).
Some of the best restaurants are located in Velha Boipeba village, however, the most famous ones are on the beaches.
1 – Jorge Som
Located in the main square, this very simple restaurant has outside tables and serves a very good moqueca with affordable prices, R$ 100 (US$ 20), served for two.
If you are on a budget, order a PF (beans, rice, salad, and meat or chicken); for R$ 25 (US$ 5).
2 – Panela de Barro
Homemade Bahian food restaurant with reasonable prices. It’s also located in the village.
3 – Cantina Varanda
In case you are tired of Bahian food, this Italian restaurant has a nice atmosphere with outside tables on the main square.
4 – Pimenta Arriba Saia
Dona Anália runs the most famous restaurant in the village and serves exotic and delicious Bahian food.
The lobster and Moqueca de Camarão with banana (shrimp stew with banana) are among their signature dishes.
5 – Paraíso
This restaurant is located on Moreré Beach and is among the best restaurants on the island.
It has one of the best costs/benefits and has served celebrities such as the owner of the French newspaper Le Monde.
6 – Restaurante do Guido
Located on Cueira Beach, it’s considered the best restaurant in Boipeba and also one of the most expensive.
It is known for its lobster.
These are just some of the best restaurants and hotels in Boipeba and there’s a practical guide with everything you need to know to visit the island and also a video 😉
Safe travels and have fun in Bahia.
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Planning a Trip to Boipeba Island
Where is it located?
Boipeba is located in the city of Cairu, on the south coast of Bahia, Brazil (check map here).
How to get to Boipeba
There are only two ways:
∗ By boat
The most common and the cheapest way.
From Valença, one of the closest cities to the island, there are three options:
1 – A daily catamaran/speed boat from Valença city centre to the island
Derpating at: *10:00 AM / *12:00 / 2:00 and 04:00 PM. Returning at: 07:00 / 09:00 AM/ *12:00 / *02:00 and *04:00 PM.
It takes around 1 hour and 10 minutes (depending on the vessel and sea conditions) and costs R$ 49 (US$ 9) per person each way.
P.S.: * = It’s limited to some dates.
Please note that the schedule is subject to change due to the availability.
2 – Conventional service from Torrinhas town
Passengers will board a bus to Torrinhas and then a speedboat to the island. The journey takes around 1:30-2h, costs R$35 (US$ 7) and departs at 6:00 AM and 3:00 PM (both ways), from Monday to Saturday.
3 – Express service from Graciosa town
Passengers will board a bus to Graciosa followed by a speedboat to the island. It takes around 1h, and costs R$ 40 (US$ 8).
From Salvador, Bahia’s capital, you can take a ferry/speed boat to Morro de São Paulo. Book your ticket online in advance here.
You can also book a transfer from Salvador to Morro de São Paulo here. During the pandemic, the departure time is at 7:30 AM and 12:25 PM. Returning at 9:30 AM and 3:30 PM.
From Morro de São Paulo and Barra Grande, you can take a boat as well.
If you prefer, you can book this transfer from your hotel in Salvador or Salvador Airport to the Island of Boipeba, or vice versa.
Alternatively, you can drive/take a bus to Valença and from there follow the steps mentioned above.
You can hire a car here, without any additional costs for you.
* By plane
There’s a small airport located on a farm on Tinharé Island that receives flights from Salvador. It takes 30min and costs R$ 880 (US$ 173) each way.
Timetable: From Salvador: 08:30 AM, 12:30 and 3:30 PM; From Boipeba: 09:15 AM, 01:15 and 04:15 PM
Best time to visit
The island can be visited all year round, but just consider two things:
∗ Between Christmas and Carnival is the busiest time.
∗ From April to July is the rainy season.
The best time for me is from September to December or two weeks after the carnival.
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